Lifestyle and Wellbeing Coordinator

Sanctuary Group; Scotland; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CI inspection bonus

Overtime Enhancement

Health & wellbeing support

Life insurance

Parental leave

Training & development

Flexible working options

Free meals

Retail discounts

Cycle to Work

Salary sacrifice

Uniform provided

Refer a Friend

Job summary

The Meadows in Dornoch, Sutherland is seeking a Lifestyle and Wellbeing Coordinator to design and deliver meaningful experiences that reflect residents’ interests and lifestyles. You will work closely with the team to create an inclusive, engaging environment and to bring creativity to everyday life.

Join Sanctuary Care to support residents through activities, events and one-to-one moments, with opportunities for training and career development within a not-for-profit, Investors in People

Qualifications

• A caring, enthusiastic and kind approach to older people.
• Strong teamwork skills and a willingness to support colleagues.
• Good communication and a flexible approach to work.
• Energy, creativity and confidence to engage others.
• Commitment to treating everyone with dignity and respect.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver meaningful experiences and events reflecting residents’ interests, preferences and lifestyles.
• Get to know each resident as an individual and support participation in experiences they enjoy.
• Collaborate with the team to create a positive, inclusive environment shaping everyday life.
• Build connections within the home and beyond to enhance the resident experience.
• Bring fresh ideas and curiosity to elevate everyday experiences into meaningful social activities.

Skills

Caring attitude

Teamwork

Communication

Creativity

Respect & dignity

Job description

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Lifestyle and Wellbeing Coordinator

The Meadows, Dornoch, Sutherland IV25 3SF

£14.00 per hour

18 hours per week

Shaping a life well lived, every day

At the heart of great care is a life well lived, and we’d love for you to help shape it. As our Lifestyle and Wellbeing Coordinator, you’ll play a vital role in enriching the lives of our residents – creating experiences, events, and moments that matter. This is more than organising a programme; it’s about bringing thought, creativity and meaning to everyday life. From meaningful one-to-one moments to shared experiences, your work will help create a home that enriches lives every day.

We’re excited to welcome a Lifestyle and Wellbeing Coordinator to our team at The Meadows in Dornoch, Sutherland IV25 3SF. And with sector leading results showing our colleagues highly recommend Sanctuary Care as a great place to work, you’ll be joining a culture that supports you to thrive, grow, and be recognised for the difference you make.

We're proudly Investors in People Platinum accredited and not-for-profit, which means every penny we make goes straight back into our people and our homes. Whether you’ve already found your calling or you’re still discovering it, we’ll support you every step of the way. From your first day to your dream role, we’ll help you

When you join Sanctuary Care, you’re joining an award-winning team where colleagues and residents truly matter. We’re proud winners of the 2025 Nursing Times Award for Care of Older People and the 2025 Care Home Awards Best for Training and Development, and Outstanding Larger Care Home Group.

Your role

• Design and deliver meaningful experiences and events that reflect residents’ interests, preferences and lifestyles
• Take the time to get to know every resident as an individual, supporting them to take part in experiences they enjoy and encouraging them to explore new opportunities
• Work collaboratively with your team to create a positive and inclusive environment that shapes everyday life
• Build connections within the home and beyond to help enhance the resident experience
• Bring fresh ideas, creativity and a sense of curiosity to the role, elevating everyday experiences into something meaningful, social and engaging

(If you have experience as a Wellbeing Assistant, Activities Coordinator, or event planning and management, we’d love to hear from you).

Your skills

• A caring, enthusiastic and kind approach with a genuine interest in older people
• Strong teamwork skills and a willingness to support colleagues
• Good communication skills and a flexible approach to your work
• Energy, creativity and confidence to engage others
• A commitment to treating everyone with dignity and respect

Your rewards

You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside 28 days’ annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays) , occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and a contributory pension , we offer a comprehensive package designed to support your wellbeing, recognise your contribution and help you build a rewarding career with Sanctuary:

• CI inspection bonus
• Overtime Enhancement
• Health and wellbeing support – including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling
• Company-paid life insurance
• Parental leave arrangements and annual leave purchase scheme
• Company-funded training and ongoing career development opportunities, including our Team Leader Development Programme
• Flexible working options and an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
• Free meals dependant on shift duration
• Exclusive retail discounts , Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements
• Free uniform provided
• Refer a Friend scheme , rewarding you for introducing great people to Sanctuary

Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria – visit our website for more information.

Before you apply

• We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this vacancy.
• All roles require safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including criminal records and overseas police checks if needed; for more information, please get in touch.
• Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account.
• We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible.
• We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.
• A PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups scheme) check in respect of protected adults will be necessary in the event of a successful application, which we will pay for.

Sanctuary Care Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.